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Cheap flights from New Zealand to Chengdu from $470

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — CTU
10 Apr — 17 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from New Zealand to Chengdu

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Cheapest flights from New Zealand to Chengdu
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Zealand to Chengdu. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 11 March 2026.

Tue 1/921:20
AKL
-
CTU
1 stop29h 20m
China Southern
Sat 12/922:00
CTU
-
AKL
1 stop28h 30m
China Southern
Deal found 9/3$470
Mon 16/1122:10
AKL
-
CTU
1 stop30h 10m
China Southern
Thu 3/1222:30
CTU
-
AKL
1 stop36h 45m
China Southern
Deal found 7/3$514
Thu 21/509:00
AKL
-
CTU
1 stop15h 40m
China Southern
Tue 9/615:00
CTU
-
AKL
1 stop20h 40m
China Southern
Deal found 10/3$742
Wed 13/510:40
AKL
-
CTU
2 stops33h 25m
China Eastern
Mon 25/513:30
CTU
-
AKL
1 stop22h 15m
China Eastern
Deal found 9/3$748
Wed 20/510:40
AKL
-
CTU
2 stops33h 25m
China Eastern
Wed 27/509:20
CTU
-
AKL
2 stops27h 10m
China Eastern
Deal found 7/3$770
Sat 23/509:00
AKL
-
CTU
1 stop29h 45m
China Southern
Wed 10/609:00
CTU
-
AKL
1 stop17h 30m
China Southern
Deal found 10/3$782
Thu 21/509:00
AKL
-
CTU
1 stop29h 45m
China Southern
Wed 27/509:00
CTU
-
AKL
1 stop17h 30m
China Southern
Deal found 10/3$787
Mon 18/509:00
AKL
-
CTU
1 stop15h 40m
China Southern
Wed 27/509:00
CTU
-
AKL
1 stop17h 30m
China Southern
Deal found 10/3$794
Tue 1/922:45
AKL
-
CTU
2 stops23h 10m
Air China
Sun 13/922:00
CTU
-
AKL
1 stop38h 30m
Air China
Deal found 9/3$807
Thu 21/509:00
AKL
-
CTU
1 stop15h 40m
China Southern
Wed 10/609:00
CTU
-
AKL
1 stop17h 30m
China Southern
Deal found 10/3$812
Thu 21/516:05
CHC
-
CTU
2 stops24h 20m
Air China
Sun 24/522:00
CTU
-
CHC
2 stops42h 30m
Air China
Deal found 6/3$1,514
Tue 26/517:00
WLG
-
CTU
2 stops21h 30m
Air China
Sat 30/520:55
CTU
-
WLG
2 stops36h 30m
Air China
Deal found 8/3$1,515

Find flight deals from New Zealand to Chengdu

Keep the following information in mind while searching for New Zealand to Chengdu flight deals. Data was last updated 11 March 2026.

Round-trip from

$470

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,303

Good round-trip deal

$992 or less

Good one-way deal

$625 or less
China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 1/9-12/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 57h 50m total
  • New Zealand to Chengdu
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Customise your flight search to find flights from New Zealand to Chengdu that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 134,765 searches. Data last updated 11 March 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

AucklandChengdu

AKL - CTU

AKLCTU

Auckland Intl

Wed 20/5

10:40-16:05

2 stops33h 25m

Chengdu

Wed 27/5

09:20-16:30

2 stops27h 10m

$770

AucklandChengdu

AKL - CTU

AKLCTU

Auckland Intl

Mon 25/5

21:45-16:05

1 stop22h 20m

Chengdu

Thu 28/5

06:55-15:45

1 stop28h 50m

$844

AucklandChengdu

AKL - CTU

AKLCTU

Auckland Intl

Tue 1/9

22:45-23:00

1 stop28h 15m

Chengdu

Sun 6/9

22:00-16:30

1 stop38h 30m

$846

AucklandChengdu

AKL - CTU

AKLCTU

Auckland Intl

Wed 20/5

21:20-15:40

1 stop22h 20m

Chengdu

Wed 27/5

09:00-06:30

1 stop17h 30m

$871

AucklandChengdu

AKL - CTU

AKLCTU

Auckland Intl

Thu 7/5

09:00-10:45

1 stop29h 45m

Chengdu

Fri 29/5

09:00-06:30

1 stop17h 30m

$888

AucklandChengdu

AKL - CTU

AKLCTU

Auckland Intl

Wed 22/4

10:40-00:25

2 stops41h 45m

Chengdu

Wed 29/4

09:20-16:30

2 stops27h 10m

$1,144
Fastest return journey

AucklandChengdu

AKL - CTU

AKLCTU

Auckland Intl

Thu 7/5

06:15-22:40

2 stops20h 25m

Chengdu

Fri 29/5

09:00-06:30

1 stop17h 30m

$1,327

AucklandChengdu

AKL - CTU

AKLCTU

Auckland Intl

Mon 20/4

09:00-22:40

1 stop17h 40m

Chengdu

Mon 27/4

17:00-17:45

2 stops20h 45m

$1,401

ChristchurchChengdu

CHC - CTU

CHCCTU

Christchurch

Thu 21/5

16:05-12:25

2 stops24h 20m

Chengdu

Sun 24/5

22:00-20:30

2 stops42h 30m

$1,514

WellingtonChengdu

WLG - CTU

WLGCTU

Wellington

Tue 26/5

14:45-17:15

2 stops30h 30m

Chengdu

Sat 30/5

07:20-10:10

2 stops22h 50m

$1,515

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Best time to book a flight from New Zealand to Chengdu

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New Zealand to Chengdu

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Zealand to Chengdu?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Chengdu (average of $629). Flying from New Zealand to Chengdu in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,269). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

Reviews of airlines servicing Chengdu

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chengdu. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Chengdu. Reviews last updated 11 March 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from New Zealand to Chengdu, such as Hainan Airlines,China Southern, andAir China. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
62 reviews
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Food

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.9

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
62 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
62 reviews
Check prices

Food

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.9

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.
China Southern
7.4
Good
142 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
62 reviews
Check prices

Food

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.9

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.
Air China
7.3
Good
141 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
62 reviews
Check prices

Food

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.9

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
198 reviews
Hainan Airlines
8.2
Very Good
62 reviews
Check prices

Food

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.9

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New Zealand to Chengdu. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Chengdu from New Zealand?

    Most people fly into Chengdu (CTU) if they book a flight to Chengdu from New Zealand. Chengdu is conveniently located just 15.1 km from Chengdu’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from New Zealand to Chengdu?

    For as low as $1,514, China Eastern can have you in Chengdu from New Zealand in 24h 20m. The distance from New Zealand to Chengdu is about 10779 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New Zealand to Chengdu one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $415 on Air China. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include China Southern from $467 and China Eastern from $565 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from New Zealand to Chengdu?

    Most travellers choose Auckland Intl - Chengdu, Christchurch - Chengdu or Wellington - Chengdu when deciding on the best route from New Zealand to Chengdu.

  • Can I find deals for flights from New Zealand to Chengdu that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on New Zealand to Chengdu flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from New Zealand to Chengdu?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from New Zealand to Chengdu.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from New Zealand to Chengdu?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Zealand to Chengdu by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Zealand to Chengdu?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Chengdu (average of $629). Flying from New Zealand to Chengdu in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,269). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 4 airlines flying from New Zealand to Chengdu

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from New Zealand to Chengdu. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 134,765 searches. Data last updated 11 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapest$666Average$1,118FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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China SouthernCheapest$725Average$1,142FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Hainan AirlinesCheapest$831Average$929FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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Air ChinaCheapest$844Average$1,005FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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